Are you experienced in shipping? Have you worked in a busy export/import department within a manufacturing business? Can you start a new position as soon as possible? Were working exclusively with a highly reputable manufacturer in Rochdale who are seeking an experienced Export / Import Administrator to join them on a permanent basis as soon as possible. The last person we placed in to this role has just been promoted What You Get Attractive salary 25 days holiday stats Enhanced pension Early finish on Fridays Free onsite parking The opportunity to work for a great business, who are genuine leaders in their field dominating the market About The Role Working as a key player within the contracts team, you will be responsible for export shipments to customers around the globe and import shipments from suppliers to site. Working with external freight forwarders and couriers youll arrange transportation of goods worldwide both import and export covering small urgent consignments by courier/airfreight to large and abnormal loads via road/sea. There will be lots of liaison with internal departments including stores, packing and assembly, as well as regular communication with freight forwarders, road haulage operators and couriers. You will take ownership for responding to enquiries from customers and suppliers. Youll adhere to strict manufacturing and shipping schedules to meet delivery deadlines. Preparation of all documentation in relation to export/import and maintain records. You will diligently follow all internal policies, procedures and objectives. Dealing with all types of payment terms and Letters of Credit. About You Its essential that youve worked in a similar role with experience in importing and exporting goods worldwide where prioritising tasks and managing your own workload is second nature to you. You may have achieved or be studying for a professional export qualification e.g., Institute of Export. Youll have a full understanding of IPR (imports) and Intrastat (EC Despatches and Arrivals) and be familiar with INCOTERMS 2020. Its preferable that you have knowledge of Capital goods/project management. Working alone and in a team are equally motivational to you and youll thrive in both. Youll be a great communicator who is used to working with shipping agents, road hauliers and couriers. Maybe you are fluent in a foreign language advantageous but not essential Organisation is key and youll have this in abundance Essential to this role are strong accuracy skills and the ability to resolve problems. Youll be a confident IT user and be able to pick up new processes and procedures with ease. Ideally, youll have used SAP before or another business ERP system. You will be compliant with the requirement to complete a DBS Check. Happy in a busy and fast-paced role, you will thrive working under pressure to meet deadlines. Due to the nature of the role, you will be based on site, Monday to Friday. About The Company This business is experiencing record order numbers, so it is a busy place to work and a great time to join them. Theyre looking for someone to join the business immediately, so apply now for more information. If this sounds right up your street, then apply today